 Sunday
10:00 am
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2:00 pm | Roger & Lenny
Pop/Soft Rock | Eastdale Village Farmers Market
928 Dutchess Turnpike
Poughkeepsie, NY See Map |
 Shop farm-fresh produce, handmade goodies, and local treats while soaking up the community spirit. Come for the food, stay for the fun — we can't wait to see you there!
Find us directly in front of Sims Podiatry & Jolie Medi Spa on Eastdale Avenue South. |
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Sunday
11:00 am
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1:00 pm | Laurie Berkner: The Greatest Hits Solo Tour!
Children's, Multi-genre original, and Singer-Songwriter | Paramount Hudson Valley Theater
1008 Brown St
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 She’s Back — with a Sensory Friendly performance live on Sunday, May 3, 2026 at 11AM! PEOPLE MAGAZINE calls Laurie Berkner “the queen of kids’ music,” USA TODAY names her “the undisputed queen of kindie rock,” and THE NEW YORK TIMES praises her as “The Adele of the preschool crowd.” Bring the whole F-A-M-I-L-Y for a joyful, high-energy concert filled with favorite songs, singing, dancing, and unforgettable memories.
Bestselling, award-winning children’s recording artist Laurie Berkner has achieved 1.7+ billion streams, 22+ million monthly streams, 578 million YouTube views, and millions of CDs and DVDs sold. Her 17 albums — including her newest, Laurie Berkner Greatest Hits (2025) — have made her a global icon for children’s music lovers. Her debut DVD made history as the first indie children’s music DVD to reach #1 on Billboard’s Top Music Video chart. $1 will be added to each ticket supporting the Hudson River Sloop Clearwater.
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Sunday
3:00 pm | Laurie Berkner: The Greatest Hits Solo Tour!
Children's | Paramount Hudson Valley Theater
1008 Brown St
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 She’s Back — performing live on Sunday, May 3, 2026 at 3PM! PEOPLE MAGAZINE calls Laurie Berkner “the queen of kids’ music,” USA TODAY names her “the undisputed queen of kindie rock,” and THE NEW YORK TIMES praises her as “The Adele of the preschool crowd.” Bring the whole F-A-M-I-L-Y for a joyful, high-energy concert filled with favorite songs, singing, dancing, and unforgettable memories.
A Sensory Friendly performance will also be offered earlier at 11AM. Bestselling, award-winning children’s recording artist Laurie Berkner has achieved 1.7+ billion streams, 22+ million monthly streams, 578 million YouTube views, and millions of CDs and DVDs sold. Her 17 albums — including her newest, Laurie Berkner Greatest Hits (2025) — have made her a global icon for children’s music lovers. Her debut DVD made history as the first indie children’s music DVD to reach #1 on Billboard’s Top Music Video chart. Laurie has been a beloved presence on Noggin, Nick Jr., and Universal Kids for decades.
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Sunday
3:00 pm
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5:00 pm | The Song Circle
with Kati Mac (host), Janie Barnett, Suzahn Fiering, Eugene Ruffolo
Singer-Songwriter | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 Kati Mac is a singer songwriter and 7-time daytime Emmy nominee for best song. With 8 albums of original music, her song “Only Love” went to No. 1 on the NY Roots Rock chart and No. 2 on the national Roots Rock chart.
Janie Barnett is an Americana singer-songwriter and backup singer on CD, film, and tv, including with Bonnie Raitt, Linda Ronstadt, Celine Dion, and Rickie Lee Jones. Her 2017 album “You See This River” was named one of the year’s best on several Roots/Americana lists.
Suzahn Fiering is an award-winning, international touring artist and Boneyard Records recording artist. She has over 40 songs in TV and films world-wide, 2 songs in the Smithsonian Museum, D.C., and was dubbed a "Jazz Bard" by Lynn Samuels, Sirius Radio.
Eugene Ruffolo is hard at work on his 10th album. He has worked with artists as diverse as Garth Brooks, Tony Bennett, Kenny Loggins, David Wilcox, Run DMC, Spyro Gyra, and Livingston Taylor to name a few.
$10 admission |
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Sunday
4:00 pm
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6:00 pm | A Howland Chamber Music Circle Concert
with Brandon Patrick George and Plinio Fernandes
Classical/Opera. Chamber Music - Flute and Guiter | Howland Cultural Center
477 Main Street
Beacon, NY See Map |
 Brandon Patrick George is a GRAMMY®-winning flutist who performed at the Howland last season as part of Imani WInds. Plínio Fernandes fuses the tradition of classical guitar with Brazilian folk music. He was named on Forbes Brazil’s Under 30 list, a Rising Star by Classic FM, and recently received the Revelação Award at the 30th Annual Prêmio da Música Brasileira.
The concert is followed by a reception where you can meet the artists.
All are encouraged to attend.
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Sunday
8:00 pm
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10:00 pm | Cindy Kaza | Sugar Loaf Performing Arts Center
231 Creamery Pond Rd
Chester, NY See Map |
 Cindy Kaza is a world renowned Psychic Medium and Artist best known for her work on Travel Channel's The Dead Files, The Holzer Files and Ghosts of Devil's Perch. She has made guest appearances on several shows on Discovery Warner, including Fright Club, Portals to Hell, Lost in the Wild, Conjuring, Kesha, Scream: The True Story, Ed Gein: The Real Psycho, and Ghost Brothers. She has trained at England's renowned Arthur Findlay College and in Lily Dale, NY. She now travels across the United States, providing people with evidence and messages from the other side.
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Sunday
9:00 pm
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10:30 pm | Annual Pete Seeger Birthday Show
Singer-Songwriter, Folk/Traditional | Hootenanny Cafe Mini Concerts
Online and on the radio, NY See Map |
 Join The Hootenanny Cafe Radio Show once again for our special PETE SEEGER BIRTHDAY SHOW. This year, his daugher, Tinya, joins us to share some of her favorite songs and stories. These days, in particular, it's important to reflect on the life and times of this genuine hero and to wonder. "...what would Pete do". Pete was certainly beloved by so many around the world and left behind an amazing legacy.
Several people submitted songs for the cause!!!!
The photo was taken of Pete and Harvey Gamage (builder of the Clearwater) singing at the launching of the Clearwater in Maine. And if memory serves me, the year was 1969. Photo by Dan Seeger....
Taken shortly before Pete grew his beard. |
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Friday
5:30 pm
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8:30 pm | Hurley Mountain Highway - HMHBand
Pop/Soft Rock, Rock (classic) | Painter's Inn & Tavern
266 Hudson Street
Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY See Map |
 RESERVATIONS SUGGESTED!
Painter's Tavern: 845-544-3373
HMHBand returns to Painter's Tavern!
Early time @ 5:30-8:30
Come on out for a fun night w/ friends! HMHBand will be playing some of the best "Feel-Good" music from the '60s and '70s (and beyond)!
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Friday
6:30 pm
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9:30 pm | Roger & Lenny
Pop/Soft Rock | Rock Da Casbah
216 Main Street
Saugerties, NY See Map |
 This Saugerties hot spot for both tourists and locals features music, drinks and a menu featuring fresh farm-to-table specialties and vegan and gluten-free fare served up in a rock ‘n’ roll-themed dining room.
The full bar offers 16 taps of craft beer, specialty cocktails and a full selection of wines.
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Friday
7:00 pm
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10:00 pm | Lake Mahopac Rotary Club's 12th Annual Rock & Roll Spectacular
with The Happenings, The Vogues, Vinnie Medugno
Rock (50's-60's), Rock (classic) | Mahopac High School Auditorium
421 Baldwin Place Road
Mahopac, NY See Map |
 Get ready for an unforgettable evening of classic 1960s hits as the Lake Mahopac Rotary Club proudly presents its 12th Annual Rock & Roll Spectacular! This year’s fundraising concert features three incredible acts:
The Happenings – featuring original lead singer Bob Miranda, best known for their #1 hit “See You In September” and other favorites like “I Got Rhythm,” “Go Away Little Girl,” and “Bye Bye Blackbird.”
The Vogues – from Turtle Creek, PA to the top of the charts, The Vogues became one of the most recognizable groups of the 1960s with timeless classics including “You’re The One,” “Five O’Clock World,” “Turn Around, Look At Me,” and “My Special Angel.”
Vinnie Medugno – a powerhouse performer and radio personality, Vinnie brings heart, soul, and vintage flair to every stage. When not performing, he hosts “The Vinnie Medugno Show” on 77 WABC Radio.
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Friday
7:00 pm
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10:00 pm | Music From The Heart
with Mary Mancini & Mario Tacca
Cabaret, Contemporary, and World | Rini's Restaurant & Wine Bar
12 W Main St
Elmsford, NY See Map |
 Mary Mancini is an internationally acclaimed vocal artist. Mario Tacca is a world-renowned accordion virtuoso.
Together they are a dynamic musical duo!
They have amazed audiences around the world with their unsurpassed repertoire, ranging from International, Classics, Opera, Broadway, to Pop and Country!
On Friday, May 8, Mary and Mario bring their musical talents to the dinner service at Rini's Restaurant & Wine Bar in Elmsford, NY.
Treat yourself to an amazing night out filled with fabulous food and a fantastic live musical performance.
MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS NOW! Call Rini's at 914-592-6799.
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 Friday
7:00 pm
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9:00 pm | Anthem Band
Roots Music, Ska | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 It's the Anthem Band with its truly original sound that is creating a big wave throughout the USA. Anthem has played with international reggae artists, including: Sister Carol, Third World, Yellowman, Jimmy Cliff, Big Mountain, The Wailers Band, Burning Spear, Black Uhuru, Judy Mowatt, The Neville Bros, The Isley Brothers, Maxi Priest, Buju Banton, Capleton, Chacadimus and Pliers, John Holt, Ken Booth, Dennis Brown and Super Cat. Anthem has also been featured with Sister Carol on the Conan O'Brian show.
$20 pp donation to the musicians. Call for reservations, 914-737-1701, |
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Friday
8:00 pm
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10:00 pm | Start Making Sense & The Ocean Avenue Stompers Horns Present: An Evening of Music by Talking Heads, David Byrne, and Mor
Covers, Swing/Jump, Big Band, and Pop/Soft Rock. New Wave, Art Pop, Art Rock | Paramount Hudson Valley Theater
1008 Brown St
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 Start Making Sense & The Ocean Avenue Stompers Horns present: the music of Talking Heads, David Byrne and More…
Start Making Sense brings the music of Talking Heads, David Byrne, and more to thrilling life in a high-energy concert event—this time with horns blazing. Joined on stage for the entire show by The Ocean Avenue Stompers, a powerhouse four-piece horn section, the band delivers expanded, punchy arrangements of iconic Talking Heads favorites like “Burning Down the House,” “Once in a Lifetime,” “Psycho Killer,” “This Must Be the Place,” and “Life During Wartime,” alongside select David Byrne solo gems including “Everybody’s Coming to My House” and “Road to Nowhere.” This is two full sets of nonstop music, both featuring horns throughout, for a bold, brass-driven take on the catalog of Talking Heads and David Byrne.
This show is General Admission only, with just two ticket options: GA Orchestra and GA Mezzanine. There are no assigned seats.
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11:00 pm | An Evening of Food, Drink and Music
with The Chain Gang
Rock (classic), Pop/Soft Rock, and Dance | Hurricane Grill & Wings
9 Raymond Ave
Poughkeepsie, NY See Map |
 Come and enjoy a great time, great food & drink, and of course, great music at Hurricane Grill!
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 Saturday
10:00 am
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3:00 pm | Market Debut
with Dorraine Scofield, JB Hunt
Covers, Pop/Soft Rock, and Country | Hudson Valley Open Market
196 Main Street -New Paltz Middle School Pking lot
New Paltz, NY See Map |
 The mission of Hudson Valley Open Market is to positively engage our community with farms, food, handmade goods, music and other entertainment, as well as social interaction that supports local businesses, residents, and visitors.
We are here to nurture every walk of life...no matter the path you take. Love...respect...compassion. |
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Saturday
12:00 pm
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1:30 pm | Apple Blossom Day - Village of Red Hook
with The Local Jam
Rock (classic), Pop/Soft Rock | Red Hook Village
South Broadway
Red Hook, NY See Map |
 Live music on the Red Hook Main Stage beginning at 11am -4pm
Come see "The Local Jam"! Covering your favorite classic rock and pop hits!
Community Event - No Fee |
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Saturday
12:00 pm
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6:00 pm | Beer, Bourbon & Burgers
with The Red Barn Band
Country, Rock (classic), and Covers | Taconic Distillery
179 Bowen Road
Stanfordville, NY See Map |
 Join us Saturday, May 9th from 12-6pm for an unforgettable afternoon of beer, bourbon, and burgers in the heart of Stanfordville, NY. Featuring craft cocktails by Taconic Distillery, local brews and burgers from Vosburgh Brewing (all day) and live music by The Red Barn Band (2-6pm) - your perfect spring kickoff. Come hungry, come thirsty and bring your crew. Free admission; must be 21+ to drink. |
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 Saturday
2:00 pm
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6:00 pm | More Bourbon Please
Rock (classic), Country. Feel good songs everyone loves | Taconic Distillery
179 Bowen Rd
Stanfordville, NY See Map |
| We will be back at Taconic Distillery starting out the 2026 event seris at one of our favorite locations. Good drinks, Good Food, Good music and tons of fun!! |
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Saturday
6:00 pm
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8:00 pm | Steve Sandberg Trio, featuring Vasilisi Koutsonanos (bass) , and Quinton Cain (drum)
Jazz, World, and Classical/Opera | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 "A musician of multifaceted brilliance, Sandberg delivers with this live recording a masterful testament to his artistry...Indispensable ... this is a music of poetry, of humanity—arriving at a time when such things are sorely needed. It is a music that opens the mind and nourishes the soul." - Paris Move
Three-time Emmy-nominated pianist/composer Steve Sandberg plays music that masterfully blends classical, Latin, Brazilian music and jazz with the excitement of virtuosic improvisation.
Steve has toured with David Byrne, Bebel Gilberto and Ruben Blades and was musical director for Lincoln Center's Brazilfest series. He has conducted and arranged for Broadway and was lead composer and musical director for Nickelodeon's "Dora the Explorer" and "Go, Diego, Go!"
Come hear Steve’s trio take you on a vibrant musical journey including many new originals from his Dream Music Project, where he turns his listeners dreams into music!
$20 adm. For reservations, call 914-737-1701. |
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Saturday
7:00 pm
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10:00 pm | David Lopato & Global Coolant, David Lopato – piano, keyboards, Ed Neumeister – trombone, Lucas Pino – saxes, clarinet, John Menegon – bass, Harvey Sorgen – drums
Jazz | Lydia's Cafe & Bar
7 Old US Highway 209
Stone Ridge, NY See Map |
 A concert of original compositions spanning a wide range of jazz improvisation.
Hudson Valley-based pianist/composer David Lopato has performed as a leader and sideman throughout the world. A Spirit Rising (Global Coolant), a Gamelan-influenced work for large ensemble, was hailed by Downbeat Magazine as one of the “Best Albums of 2017”…“unlike anything you are likely to hear this year (or any year).
Excellent Food!
Suggested $20 donation
Reservations recommended 845-687-6373
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Saturday
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10:30 am | Songs & Solidarity Clearwater Benefit
with Tommy Sands, Betty and the Baby Boomers
Celtic, Folk/Traditional | Garvan's
215 Huguenot St
New Paltz, NY See Map |
Famed Irish singer, songwriter, and social activist Tommy Sands will be performing in a benefit concert for Hudson River Sloop Clearwater. From the pioneering days with the highly influential Sands Family, bringing Irish Music from New York's Carnegie Hall to Moscow's Olympic Stadium, he has developed into one of the most powerful songwriters and enchanting solo performers in Ireland today.
Beloved local folk band, Betty and the Baby Boomers will open for Tommy Sands. The Boomers are known for distinctive four-part harmonies and guitar and dobro from the Hudson Valley to the mountains of Connemara in Ireland.
This concert will benefit Hudson River Sloop Clearwater, a member-supported nonprofit dedicated to protecting the Hudson River through education, advocacy, sailing, and music.
If you plan to dine at Garvan’s before the concert, reservations are encouraged.
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Saturday
8:00 pm
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10:00 pm | Ben Folds & A Piano
Singer-Songwriter, Pop/Soft Rock, and Multi-genre original | Paramount Hudson Valley Theater
1008 Brown St
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 Ben Folds is widely regarded as one of the major music influencers of our generation.
The Emmy-nominated singer-songwriter-composer has created an enormous body of genre-bending music that includes pop albums with Ben Folds Five, multiple solo albums, and numerous collaborative records.
His latest pop solo album was released in 2023 to rave reviews and sold-out performances. He released his first Christmas album in 2024 and last Fall recorded a LIVE album slated for release in 2025 with the National Symphony Orchestra (NSO) at the Kennedy Center in DC where he served for eight years as the first Artistic Advisor to the NSO.
In 2022, Ben launched a music education charitable initiative in his native state of North Carolina entitled “Keys For Kids,” which provides funds and keyboards to existing nonprofits. $1.00 of each ticket sold will be donated to Ben Folds’ Charity, Keys For Kids.
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Saturday
8:00 pm
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10:00 pm | Almost Queen
Rock (classic) | Sugar Loaf Performing Arts Center
231 Creamery Pond Rd
Chester, NY See Map |
 Almost Queen is the most authentic QUEEN tribute show since the days of QUEEN themselves. A deliberate four-piece band, Almost Queen delivers a live performance showcasing signature four part harmonies and intricate musical interludes. Donning genuine costumes, Almost Queen recaptures the live energy and precision needed to deliver the ultimate Queen tribute experience.
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The Poughkeepsie Jazz Project was created in 2012 with the goal of maintaining live jazz culture and community in Poughkeepsie, NY. Since its inception, The PKJP has presented a weekly jazz jam session accessible to all musicians and fans of live music. Over the past twelve years, the jam has been honored to host hundreds of musicians from the Tri-state area. This event is free to both participants and listeners. All with a passion for jazz are welcome.
Friendly open jam - all abilities are welcome!
Art Lillard drums & bandleader